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The YWCA of Kalamazoo is the first and oldest YWCA in the state of Michigan. Established in 1885, today we are celebrating more than 120 years of continuous evolution to meet the changing needs of women and families.   

The YWCA of Kalamazoo is celebrating its 125th Anniversary year.  Check back weekly for an updated fact about your YWCA of Kalamazoo.

A Moment in YWCA Herstory:

A Moment in YWCA Herstory:  

After 65 years at the Rose Street building (now The Greenleaf Trust Building), changing community needs supported the YWCA’s decision to build a new facility. A successful community-wide capital campaign was underway, and in August 1985, the YWCA moved from our Rose Street location to our current facility at 353 E. Michigan Avenue. An Open House was held on October 6, 1985 and those needing YWCA services were welcomed into our new home, with a shelter specifically designed for victims/survivors of domestic violence and their dependent children, a new child care center, and more. The final payment on the bank loan for this building was made in April 1988.

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 HOURS & LOCATIONS

Lobby Hours

Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Our crisis lines and shelter are open 24/7.

Location

We are located in downtown Kalamazoo, on the corner of East Michigan Avenue and Pitcher Street. (Click for map. Courtesy of Mapquest.)

 

NEWS & EVENTS

Now Accepting Women of Achievement Award Nominations
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Parent's Night Out
1st Friday of Every Month
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Children's Center Now Provides Before and After School Care
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Sexual Assault Supportive Volunteers Needed
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Kalamazoo's Fountain of Pioneers
>> A call to end a racist artifact

YWCA Makes a Difference:             
Words of Gratitude from 2009 YWCA Women of Achievement Honorees

 
YWCA Kalamazoo • 353 E. Michigan Ave. • Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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info@ywcakalamazoo.org • Phone: 269-345-5595 • Fax: 269-345-8230
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